Fun Moment Between Cricket Legends
In March 2023, former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag recounted a funny incident involving two iconic cricketers, Sachin Tendulkar and Shoaib Akhtar. Despite the tensions between India and Pakistan, the players shared light-hearted moments during their cricketing careers.
The Party Mishap
Sehwag revealed how, at a party attended by Indian and Pakistani cricketers in Lucknow, Shoaib Akhtar, in an inebriated state, attempted to lift Tendulkar onto his shoulders as a joke. However, Akhtar’s efforts failed, leading to both players tumbling to the ground in a hilarious mishap.
Speaking at News 18 Chaupal, Sehwag fondly recalled the incident and shared how he couldn’t contain his laughter witnessing the scenario.
Embarrassed Akhtar
The incident left Akhtar feeling embarrassed, fearing that he might have caused harm to the legendary Tendulkar. Sehwag playfully teased Akhtar, suggesting that his cricket career was over, prompting the fast bowler to seek forgiveness from Tendulkar.
Despite the initial embarrassment, Akhtar later shared his side of the story, expressing his concerns about the consequences of the mishap on his reputation and career.
Harbhajan Singh and Yuvraj Singh, who were present during the incident, tried to calm Akhtar’s nerves as he feared the worst repercussions from the Indian cricket community.
An Unforgettable Moment
Years later, Sehwag and Tendulkar still reminisce about the incident, sharing a good laugh over the mishap that brought them closer during their cricketing days.
Virender Sehwag’s amusing anecdote serves as a reminder of the camaraderie shared between players irrespective of the intense rivalries on the field.
Such light-hearted moments bring out the human side of sports and create lasting memories that transcend the boundaries of nationality and competition.
